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Irish in the Civil War

Proudly We Serve

By Bob Lydon, Contributor
October / November 2004

October 1, 2004 by Leave a Comment

September 11 has become this generation's "Day of Infamy." The terrorist attacks forever changed the way we live, and have made our daily lives more difficult. A secure environment can no longer be presumed. Some post 9/11 changes, however, have been positive. Is there anyone who doesn't now have a greater appreciation for our police and firefighters, or greater respect for … [Read more...] about Proudly We Serve

In the Heat of Battle

By Irish America Staff
October / November 2001

October 1, 2001 by Leave a Comment

Dubliners Alan Concannon, Tadgh Honan, Gerry Lynch Tyrone-man Noel McGillian stand dressed in Civil War regalia as part of the 140th anniversary re-enactment of the Battle of First Manassas or the First Battle of Bull Run in Leesburg, Virginia on August 3-5. In eerie likeness to the weather on the day of the battle, temperatures boiled into the 90s and 300 had to be treated … [Read more...] about In the Heat of Battle

The Irish Brigade In the Civil War

By Matthew Brennan, Contributor
August / September 2001

August 1, 2001 by 2 Comments

"When anything absurd, forlorn, or desperate was to be attempted, the Irish Brigade was called upon." – George Alfred Townsend "Oh, God, what a pity! Here come Meagher's fellows" was the cry in the Confederate ranks. Nevertheless, the Rebels kept up the relentless fire. Captain John Donovan, in the 69th New York, called the combined cannon and rifle fire "murderous" as … [Read more...] about The Irish Brigade In the Civil War

Bringing General
Corcoran to Life

By Bette McDevitt, Contributor
February / March 2001

February 1, 2001 by 1 Comment

Sweet fiddle music muffles street sounds, thick carpet softens your footsteps, and lace curtains filter the daylight. Fireside chairs before a fireplace invite you to linger over the photos from the past. At Photo Antiquities, a museum of 19th century photography, the years fall away slowly until Frank Watters, the curator, strides in carrying a musket and wearing a replica … [Read more...] about Bringing General
Corcoran to Life

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